Part 2 A : Editions, installation and Connectivity to SSMS

Summary

In this Microsoft SQL tutorial, Amir introduces various editions of Microsoft SQL Server, including Enterprise, Standard, Workgroup, Web, Developer, Express, Compact, Datacenter, Business Intelligence, and Evaluation editions. Each edition is tailored for different user needs, from full-feature sets to free entry-level databases for mobile apps. Amir also outlines the history of SQL Server versions, highlighting the introduction of new features like Power View and Power Pivot in recent releases. The tutorial promises to continue with installation and connectivity instructions for SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).

Takeaways

• 📚 Microsoft SQL Server is available in various editions, each tailored to different needs and features.
• 🏢 Enterprise Edition is the top-tier edition with a full feature set, including advanced permissions and capabilities.
• 📈 Standard Edition offers fewer features compared to Enterprise, suitable for environments without the need for advanced features.
• 👥 Workgroup Edition is ideal for remote offices of large companies, allowing multiple employees to connect to a specific server for remote work.
• 🌐 Web Edition is designed for web applications, such as ASP.NET or PHP, that require database connectivity.
• 👨‍💻 Developer Edition is similar to Enterprise but is licensed for one user, intended for development or testing purposes, and can be upgraded to Enterprise.
• 🆓 Express Edition is a free entry-level database with limitations on CPU, memory, and database size, suitable for small-scale applications.
• 📱 Compact Edition is a free embedded database for mobile application development with a maximum database size of 4 GB.
• 🔊 Datacenter Edition, introduced in SQL Server 2008 R2, has no memory limitation and supports more than 25 instances simultaneously.
• 📊 Business Intelligence Edition, introduced in SQL Server 2012, includes all features of the Standard Edition plus advanced BI features like Power View and Power Pivot, but lacks advanced availability features.
• 🚀 SQL Server Evaluation Edition provides a fully functional, free instance for learning and developing solutions with a built-in expiration of six months from installation.

Q & A

What are the various editions of Microsoft SQL Server mentioned in the script?

The script mentions Enterprise Edition, Standard Edition, Workgroup Edition, Web-based Edition, Developer Edition, Express Edition, Compact Edition, Datacenter Edition, Business Intelligence Edition, and Evaluation Edition.

What features does the Enterprise Edition of Microsoft SQL Server offer?

The Enterprise Edition offers a full feature set, including the ability to create procedures, views, and handle permissions.

Why would one choose the Standard Edition over the Enterprise Edition?

One might choose the Standard Edition if there is no requirement for the advanced features available in the Enterprise Edition.

In what scenario is the Workgroup Edition of SQL Server most suitable?

The Workgroup Edition is suitable for remote offices of a large company where employees are working from different locations globally.

What is the main advantage of the Web-based Edition of Microsoft SQL Server for web applications?

The main advantage is that it allows web applications, such as those built with ASP.NET, PHP, or HTML, to connect to the database.

How does the Developer Edition differ from the Enterprise Edition in terms of licensing?

The Developer Edition is similar to the Enterprise Edition but is licensed for use by only one user for development or testing purposes.

What are the limitations of the Express Edition in terms of CPU, memory, and database size?

The Express Edition can utilize only one CPU and 1 GB of memory, with a maximum database size of 10 GB.

What is the purpose of the Compact Edition of Microsoft SQL Server?

The Compact Edition is a free embedded database for mobile application development, with a maximum database size of 4 GB.

What is unique about the Datacenter Edition introduced in SQL Server 2008?

The Datacenter Edition has no memory limitation and offers support for more than 25 instances at a time.

What features does the Business Intelligence Edition include that are not found in the Standard Edition?

The Business Intelligence Edition includes all features of the Standard Edition and supports advanced features such as Power View and Power Pivot, but it lacks support for advanced availability features like Always On Availability Groups.

What is the duration of the SQL Server Evaluation Edition's built-in expert?

The Evaluation Edition has a built-in expiration of six months from the time of installation.

What is the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server mentioned in the script?

The latest version mentioned in the script is SQL Server 2017 with version 14.0.